Chief of Staff (PTX102726)

RealManage•Plano, TX

15d•$175,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

RealManage, one of the largest community association management companies in the U.S. and backed by a private equity firm, is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner directly with the CEO. This high-visibility role is for an experienced operator who can act as a thought partner, apply analytical rigor and sound judgment, and drive execution across the leadership team. The Chief of Staff will be central to the company’s operating rhythm and strategic agenda, serving as a trusted extension of the CEO and delivering results through senior leaders who do not report directly to them. The role includes direct exposure to the CEO, board, and private equity sponsor team; responsibility for advancing the company’s value creation agenda and AI transformation; and involvement in general management decisions related to capital allocation, organizational design, growth, and M&A. The company operates a national platform serving hundreds of thousands of homes across multiple brands and states. The position is based in Plano, Texas, and candidates must reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The standard schedule may require occasional extended hours. Annual base salary is $175,000, with a target annual bonus of 25% of base salary and consideration for an equity grant. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HSA and FSA options, education reimbursement, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program, and 11 paid holidays.

Requirements

6–10 years of experience.
At least 3 years at a top-tier management consulting firm, such as MBB, or at a private equity firm.
At least 2 years in an operating, strategy, or transformation leadership role inside a company; experience in a PE-backed, multi-site services business is ideal.
Track record of leading cross-functional initiatives to measurable financial results and influencing senior leaders without direct authority.
Strong financial acumen, including the ability to build and pressure-test a P&L, budget, or business case.
Project management discipline and strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare board-ready materials.
Demonstrated judgment and discretion.
Practical fluency with AI and modern analytics tools, and the ability to use them to move faster.
Growth mindset and drive to take ownership of ambiguous outcomes.
Must reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer; occasionally stand, walk, bend, or reach; lift or move objects up to 10–15 pounds; use office equipment; read printed materials and computer screens; and communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in virtual meetings.
Ability to work in a standard office environment with moderate noise levels and a standard schedule, with occasional extended hours as required.

Nice To Haves

MBA from a top program.
Experience in a PE-backed, multi-site services business.

Responsibilities

Own the operating cadence, including weekly executive leadership team meetings, business performance reviews, and quarterly board meeting preparation and follow-through, including agendas, materials, and action tracking.
Lead the program management office for the multi-year value creation plan, holding owners of more than 20 initiatives accountable for milestones, financial impact, and decisions.
Coordinate decisions, initiatives, and communication across operations, sales, finance, HR, and technology, with transparent accountability for deliverables.
Lead strategic and annual planning, including the annual and quarterly planning calendar, annual budget, investment priorities, and long-range plan in partnership with the CEO, Finance, and the sponsor team.
Lead high-priority strategic projects from analysis through implementation, such as technology investment prioritization, pricing, M&A integration, and organizational design.
Build work plans, track milestones, and manage urgent issues such as board inquiries and client escalations.
Partner with Finance and IT to improve operating reporting so field and corporate leaders can respond more quickly to churn, revenue, and cost variances.
Serve as a trusted confidant and communicator to the CEO, anticipate issues, act as the CEO’s extra eyes and ears, and represent the CEO’s priorities credibly across the organization.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.